Georgia State Hosts 37th Annual Benjamin E. Mays Lecture

Amistad Research Center director Kathe Hambrick to deliver keynote address.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Georgia State University's Alonzo A. Crim Center for Urban Educational Excellence will host the 37th Annual Benjamin E. Mays Lecture on February 25 at 5:30 p.m. in the university's Centennial Hall. The event will feature a reception from 4:30-5:30 p.m. and a keynote address from Kathe Hambrick, executive director of the Amistad Research Center.

Why it matters

The Benjamin E. Mays Lecture is an annual event that encourages discussion of issues facing urban educational leaders and honors the memory of Dr. Mays, a renowned educator who promoted excellence in education for underserved communities.

The details

The 37th Annual Benjamin E. Mays Lecture will take place at Georgia State University's Centennial Hall in Atlanta. The event is hosted by the university's Alonzo A. Crim Center for Urban Educational Excellence and will feature a keynote address from Kathe Hambrick, the executive director of the Amistad Research Center.

  • The lecture will be held on February 25, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
  • A reception will take place from 4:30-5:30 p.m. prior to the lecture.

The players

Georgia State University

A public research university located in Atlanta, Georgia.

Alonzo A. Crim Center for Urban Educational Excellence

A center at Georgia State University that focuses on issues facing urban educational leaders.

Kathe Hambrick

The executive director of the Amistad Research Center.

Benjamin E. Mays

A renowned educator who promoted excellence in education for underserved communities.

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The takeaway

The Benjamin E. Mays Lecture continues Georgia State University's commitment to addressing urban educational challenges and honoring the legacy of a pioneering educator who championed equity and excellence in schools.